Essential Job Functions

Serves as the city’s key planner and advisor on the full cycle of real estate development, including planning, acquisition and leasing, construction, operations and maintenance and strategic disposition (via sale or lease).

Serves in an executive role over the management and partnership of the city’s key civic and entertainment assets at a time of significant renewal and redevelopment, including the redevelopment of our historic theater and civic center. Manages our real estate portfolio in a way that maximizes utilization and in alignment with the city’s strategic plan.

Manages contracts with operators of City facilities; including operator agreements at the Bacon Park Golf Course, Coffee Bluff Marina, Tricentennial Park, Grayson Stadium, and Enmarket Arena.

Leads the facility master planning process, working with business partners in capital projects, management and budget, finance and human resources to meet strategic and financial objectives.

Communicates with and presents to senior management, the City Manager, the Mayor and Aldermen on real estate issues affecting the organization.

Directs the acquisition, disposition, leasing, facility maintenance, property management, and operations of city real estate. Such services may also include reports, analysis, documents and related instruments of transactions, or potential transaction.

Plans and organizes the development of real estate related instruments and documents to be provided by the legal department or other professional services.

Responds to inquiries from property owners, industry stakeholders and professionals, government officials and external parties regarding the real estate related matters of the city.

Directs the administration of contract compliance, data analysis, reports, evaluations, presentation, and maintenance of records and files.

Reviews and approves routine transaction and permit documents prepared by real estate staff.

Executes short-term use agreements and permits involving use of City properties on behalf of the City.

Submits long-term deed and lease transactions to City Council for approval and packages associated documents of Council approved transactions to the City Manager for execution.

Coordinates information and efforts, communicating effectively with all involved.

Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.

Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.

Authorizes and monitors the work of consultants and contractors engaged in the design and construction of a variety of complex City structures and capital projects.

Reviews and approves pre-design assessments, programming, and conceptual planning for buildings and facilities; reviews and provides oversight to the design and construction of capital improvement projects.

Directs the preparation of Requests for Proposal; evaluate & score proposals; provide a recommendation to City Council for contract award; negotiate fees and scope with consultants; manage consultant & contractor contracts for adherence and performance.

Provides leadership and establish goals, priorities, policies, and procedures for project execution, day to day operations, administration, and decision making.

Provides professional/technical assistance and advise the City Manager, Chiefs, Department Directors, and Administrators.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a master’s degree in business administration, civil engineering, public administration, real estate, finance, appraisal, architecture, urban planning, or closely related field and/or ten (10) or more years ofsenior-level experience in government real estate portfolio administration, capital project management and administration, property management, finance, and/or facility maintenance.

Progressive experience in overseeing facilities management, real estate and/or capital project teams, including a proven track record of finishing projects on-time and on-budget, planning and coordinating multiple municipal projects at one time, and a strong track record of incorporating sustainability, lifecycle costs, leadership reviews, ADA compliance, and community outreach into building design and construction.

Strong negotiation skills with proven experience in negotiating in a government environment and coordinating with legal counsel and procurement.

Excellent partnering skills, leadership, communication and stakeholder management as well as experience in community engagement.

A proven track record of obtaining, organizing and analyzing data to inform planning and decision-making processes.

Work experience that requires advanced analytical skills, managerial experience, strong interpersonal and partnership experience inside and outside of government settings, and negotiation skills.

Strong financial acumen, experience in the areas of lease negotiations, capital planning, and ROI analysis.

Proven ability to lead as well as track and report on key initiatives.

Ability to lead independently, problem solve and balance community needs within financial constraints and deadlines.

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Professional designations a plus.
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.